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WF61 VXK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,697 mi
Last recorded61,697 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF61 VXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 61,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 61,697 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 58,507 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 54,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn SIGNIFICANTLY on inner edge, cut to sidewall. 3.6mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 50,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 4mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jan 2022 46,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to outer sidewall, 6.7mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W XL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 4mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W XL. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 46,631 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to outer sidewall, 6.7mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W XL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 4mm @centre of tread. 235/45R17 97W XL. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 43,803 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 41,656 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S inner surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 36,302 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 32,104 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 28,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2016 24,284 miles

Offside Rear nail in edge

Rear both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Jan 2016 24,284 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear nail in edge

Rear both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Jan 2015 19,906 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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WF61 VXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF61 VXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WF61 VXK registered?

WF61 VXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 January 2012.

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